Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

Lemon Parmesan Chicken

This delightful dish combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemon with the rich creaminess of Parmesan cheese, creating a flavor harmony that’s simply irresistible. With every bite, you’ll experience the perfect balance of tangy and savory, making it the ultimate comfort food for any night of the week!

Imagine succulent chicken pieces, tender and juicy, enveloped in a luscious, creamy sauce that’s infused with zesty lemon and garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.It’s a dish that takes minimal effort in the kitchen but delivers maximum flavor and satisfaction!

Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering of friends, this Lemon Parmesan Chicken is guaranteed to impress! Your whole family will be begging for seconds, and you might even find a few requests for the recipe!

So, gather your ingredients and prepare to indulge in a culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for more! Trust us, this is one dish you won’t want to miss!

Looking for more dinner recipes? You will love our simple chicken marsala recipe, parmesan ham and pasta recipes, and easy lasagna recipe.

Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

Ready to get started? All you need are the following ingredients:

• chicken breasts
• all purpose flour
• parmesan cheese
• salt
• pepper
• olive oil
• garlic
• hicken stock
• whole milk (or half & half)
• cornstarch (
• lemon juice
• lemons for slicing
• thyme leaves

creamy lemon chicken parmesan

For perfectly tender chicken, slice your chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin fillets.

In a shallow dish, combine flour, 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, along with some salt and pepper. Once mixed, coat the chicken thoroughly on both sides in this flavorful flour mixture.

Creamy parmesan lemon chicken

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet until it’s sizzling. Carefully add your coated chicken and let it cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until it’s beautifully browned and fully cooked.

Add 1/4 cup of lemon juice to the pan and continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 165 F. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover it with foil to keep it warm.

In the same pan, add the minced garlic to the delicious chicken drippings. If the pan looks a bit dry, don’t hesitate to drizzle in another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the garlic for about a minute, then pour in the chicken stock and milk. Let it come to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes, and then stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts into a creamy sauce.

Next, grab a small container with a tight lid and shake together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water until well combined. Pour this mixture into the simmering sauce and stir until it thickens up nicely. To finish, add a splash of fresh lemon juice for that perfect bright flavor.

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Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

Beth Gorden

Get ready to savor the explosion of flavors in this tender Lemon Parmesan Chicken! This creamy, zesty dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Pair it with rice, pasta, or creamy mashed potatoes, and don’t forget those vibrant green veggies on the side! Your taste buds are in for a treat!

5 from 5 votes

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Course chicken, dinner, dinner recipe, Main Course

Cuisine 30 minute dinner ideas, chicken, dinner, dinner recipes, lemon, main dish

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 4 4oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
• 3 Tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 cup lemon juice

Sauce

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 3+ cloves garlic lminced
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup whole milk (or half-and-half)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 1 teaspoons cornstartch
• 4 Tablsepoons lemon juice
• Sliced Lemons garnish
• Thyme leaves garnish

Instructions

 

• Create 4 thin fillets of chicken. Either slicing 2 large chicken breasts or using a meat mallet to pound the chicken to tenderize and thin out.
• In a shallow dish, combine flour, 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, along with some salt and pepper. Once mixed, coat the chicken thoroughly on both sides in this flavorful flour mixture
• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet until it’s sizzling. Carefully add your coated chicken and let it cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until it’s beautifully browned and fully cooked.

  Add 1/4 cup of lemon juice to the pan and continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 165 F. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover it with foil to keep it warm
• In the same pan, add the minced garlic to the delicious chicken drippings. If the pan looks a bit dry, don’t hesitate to drizzle in another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the garlic for about a minute, then pour in the chicken stock and milk. Let it come to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes, and then stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts into a creamy sauce.

  Next, grab a small container with a tight lid and shake together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water until well combined. Pour this mixture into the simmering sauce and stir until it thickens up nicely. To finish, add the fresh lemon juice.
• Place the chicken on a beautiful platter topped with your choice of fluffy rice, pasta, or wholesome whole grains. Drizzle the sauce generously over the chicken, then finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and vibrant lemon slices for a touch of brightness

Lemon parm chicken

Get ready to indulge your taste buds with our irresistible Lemon Parmesan Chicken! This creamy, zesty delight is so tender that your family will be lining up for seconds (and maybe thirds)! Don’t miss out on the flavor explosion—your dinner table is about to get a delicious upgrade! Who’s excited to dig in?